Nurse Manager Salary Guide: New Mexico
Average Nurse Manager Salary
$65.18/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Manager in New Mexico is $65.18 per hour. This is 21% higher than the US average of $51.59.
Last updated on October 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nurse Manager salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages
$65.18/hour
New Mexico
21% higher than the US average.
$51.59/hour
United States
What cities in New Mexico pay the most for Nurse Managers?
Rio Rancho, New Mexico and Albuquerque, New Mexico pay Nurse Managers the most, both averaging $36 per hour. Rio Rancho, New Mexico also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Nurse Managers is $65 per hour — Rio Rancho, New Mexico and Albuquerque, New Mexico pay 45% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Rancho, New Mexico | $36 | $47 |
| Albuquerque, New Mexico | $36 | $47 |
How does the pay for Nurse Managers in New Mexico compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $64 per hour, followed by Texas ($51). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $81. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Nurse Managers is $65 per hour — Colorado pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $64 | $81 |
| Texas | $51 | $60 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Manager jobs in New Mexico?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $54 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $72. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Nurse Managers is $65 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 17% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $54 | $72 |
Last updated on October 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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